The College of Education and Human Sciences at The University of Montana is excited to offer a degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders that prepares students to work as professionals in the areas of Speech and Language Pathology. Speech and Language Pathology offers an excellent career path for work in clinical areas within education and allied health. There is a critical need for speech and language pathologists to work in many settings including, schools, hospitals and public and private clinics. Speech and language pathologists work with people experiencing challenges with communication across the life span. Professional positions are readily available across Montana, most other states, and internationally.
The Communicative Sciences and Disorders program is designed to meet rigorous standards set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). It also carries the benefit of excellent preparation and support from The University of Montana.
Mission of the Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders:
The mission of Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders at The University of Montana, academic and clinical program, is to mentor students of strong personal character and to establish in them a commitment to lifelong learning and interest in the process of communication. The program is committed to the use of state of the art technology in bringing academic and clinical education to Montana. It is to develop within each student, compassion toward their clients and a research posture in their service delivery. Through the program's emphasis on typical and atypical speech, language, and hearing, students gain knowledge, skills, and values that foster their individual growth as well as a passion for contributing to society and improving the lives of others.
The undergraduate curriculum was fully approved by The University of Montana Faculty Senate in March 2008. CSD undergraduate courses will prepare students for graduate study in Speech and Language Pathology and/or Audiology.
A Bachelor of Arts degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders includes coursework, independent research, and clinical observations. To meet the requirements, students must complete 42 total CSD credits with 30 of those credits in courses numbered 300 or above. Students must successfully complete all department required courses (see below). The Upper-Division Writing Expectation must be met by successfully completing CSD 430 and CSD 440.
Required courses within Department (39 credits.): CSD 110, CSD 210, CSD 221, CSD 222, CSD 310, CSD 320, CSD 330, CSD 340, CSD 360, CSD 410, CSD 420, CSD 430, CSD 440 and CSD 450. Out of Department required courses (21-22 credits): BIOL 100N or 110N; COMM 173; STAT 216 (MATH 241); PSYX 100S (PSYC 100S); PSYX 120 (PSYC 120); PSYX 230S (PSYC 240S).
Elective courses within Department: CSD 350, CSD 370, CSD 450, CSD 460, CSD 480, CSD 490, CSD 495, CSD 497. Elective courses out of Department: SIGN 131 (COMM 131); SIGN 132 (COMM 132); LING 270.
Please Click here for the full CSD Undergraduate Course Catalog Listing.
Graduate Studies in Speech and Language Pathology:
The primary objective of the Communicative Sciences and Disorders Graduate Program at The University of Montana is to prepare students for career opportunities as professionals. The program extends over a two-year period for regular, full-time students. Students have the option of a thesis or non-thesis program. Student research opportunities are available in both options.
The basic program requirements are designed to meet the academic and clinical education standards for Clinical Certification in Speech and Language Pathology by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
The Master of Science program in Speech and Language Pathology will also offer distance and continuing education opportunities. Graduate courses are expected to start Autumn semester 2009, pending CAA ASHA accreditation.
A leveling program is available for students who do not have a background in Communicative Sciences and Disorders but are seeking to enroll in the CSD Master's program. The leveling sequence will be a combination of undergraduate CSD classes. For students who have a background in the social sciences (i.e. education, psychology), the leveling courses will most likely be as follows:
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Course # |
Course Title |
UM Credits |
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CSDU120/222 |
Introduction to Audiology |
3 |
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CSDU210 |
Speech & Language Development |
3 |
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CSDU220/450 |
Aural Rehabilitation |
3 |
|
CSDU230/360 |
Language Disorders |
3 |
|
CSDU310 |
The Clinical Process |
3 |
|
CSDU320 |
Phonological Development & Phonetics |
3 |
|
CSDU330 |
Anatomy & Physiology of the Speech & Hearing Mechanisms |
3 |
|
CSDU340 |
Foundations of Speech Disorders |
3 |
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CSDU411 |
Neuroanatomy and Physiology for Communication |
3 |
|
CSDU420 |
Speech Science |
3 |
More information will be posted and this page will be updated following CAA ASHA Accreditation.
Please Click here for the full CSD Graduate Course Catalog Listing.
